Reviews: * If you want a small 5-passenger SUV that offers European badge appeal and more than just lip service to road-going performance, the X1 is a tempting choice. Models equipped with the 4-cylinder are surprisingly fuel-efficient, too. Source: KBB.com * Strong engines; sport sedan-like handling; quick acceleration; good fuel economy. Source: Edmunds * The 2015 BMW X1 is in its third year as an American citizen, refinements have been made but none were needed. This self-proclaimed sports activity vehicle is a celebrated part of the BMW X family and proves to be a unique member at that. Seen from the front, the X1 delivers a great sense of confidence. Wide wheel arches, a bold seven-slat twin kidney grille, and a new air intake vents in the front apron immediately signals the rugged BMW DNA. Additional cues, such as a chrome accent strip atop the twin Corona headlight rings, as well as an LED accent light, enhance the elegance. It can easily accommodate five adults, plus cargo. With a choice of upholstery, paired to a wide variety of trims, heated front seats and steering wheel, each interior is a customized work of art. BMW tweaked the interior trim materials while also offering new trim accents in gloss black, matte Coral Red or pearl-gloss Chrome. The X1 boasts seamless acceleration and handling, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, and impressive fuel efficiency. Two engines are offered at 2L or 3L, both turbocharged, flaunting 240 to 300hp. If a driver selects BMW Assist, an emergency switchboard, navigation, and information services are ready all on an integrated screen. A rear view camera can provides visual parking aids. Standard equipment includes dynamic cruise control, rain-sensing windshield wipers with automatic headlight control, and automatic climate control. In addition, an eight-speaker, 180-watt sound system fills this SAV with concert sound, or easily upgrade to the Harman Kardon surround. Experience expanded features when you order the navigation system and Connected Drive Services. Subscribe to app-based services, including Online Entertainment and an ECO PRO Analyzer, to always be connected. Source: The Manufacturer Summary

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Overall4.5Out of 5

Great small SUV

By Frankie D | on Saturday, December 23, 2017

5.0

Great small SUV. It has lots of power and steers and handles like a sports car. Good mileage 24 in town 30-33 on highway. I am 6-2 tall and there is plenty of driver room for me. Turbo engine has great acceleration! Have 56,000 miles on vehicle with no repairs and still has original brakes. Nice standard stereo with eight speakers and Bluetooth. Winter package with comfort heated seats and steering wheel. Replaced run-flat tires with a better quality non-run-flat set for a more comfortable ride. No key entry and starting is also very convenient. Handles great in snow with all wheel drive and also has a four wheel lock when stuck in deep snow just to get going. It does not lock for on the road driving. A little small inside but FUN car to drive!!!!…

Great Classic BMW Feel w/ modern BMW power train

By e84 Owner | on Wednesday, June 12, 2019

5.0

Very fun little car. This gen x1 (e84) was based on the e90 3 series so it has the classic BMW feel to it (heavy and precise steering, rwd handling, etc..) Size is on the small size but that's the point of the x1. You pretty much can't find a rwd crossover. Would recommend if you prefer handling/driving feel and willing to sacrifice a bit of practicality for that. Forget the stock RFT, put on some good tires and you get a very sporty and yet comfort ride.…

From Mid-size car to a compact SAV

By ahug215 | on Monday, July 14, 2014

5.0

I've recently purchase a leftover 2013 BMW X1 28i model and have driven just over 500 miles. I loving this SAV every moment. Making the transition from a 2010 nissan altima to this BMW entry level SAV consist of a lot research with pro and cons. First, hats off to the BMW engineers for designing a 4 cylinder engine with so much power (go Turbo) at a low range of the RPM band, this is one of the reasons I purchase this car. In addition to the X-drive and the fuel saving with the ECO-Pro. Which, so far, I get about 26-27 mpg in city driving and 30 -33 mpg highway. The interior is classic BMW, it's a spartan design. If you don't like a spartan design, do not purchase this crossover. Speaking of crossover, BMW is one of the first manufacturer's in this segment. So, of course, during my research many automotive reviewers compare this car to Range Rover Evoque. I disagree, the SAV competitors are Infiniti EX-50 or the Audi Allroad. The design intent for these competitors are the same, small package, light offroad capabilities (i.e. dirt, snow) and increase cargo area. The BMW x1 interior is great, especially with the panoramic moonroof. This is give the SAV a very open feel. The seats are firm , but comfortable. The automatic shifter takes a little time to get use too, but after a couple trips around block it becomes second nature. The 40/20/40 rear seats give you alot of flexibility, but with a small car, the legroom is compromised. It's not as bad as you may think. The Infiniti ex-50 rear legroom is almost non-existent. The X1 is comparable to the Audi allroad, with a slight advantage to the allroad due to the overall length. I've X1 without the idrive, which I am glad I did , because with the USB connector near the shifter, I can plug-in my iphone 5 and perform a number of tasks - play and control my music, plus run the navigation app (Maps or Google maps) and get turn by turn directions, while listening to my music. You'll save yourself $2,500 but you will not get the rear view camera. BTW - the 8 speakers, 180 watts sound system sounds great. Dare I say better than a nissan altima bose system ..hmmm! The add-on cupholder is really tacky. How could the BMW engineers executed and build a well-designed engine, but couldn't design a place for the second cupholder - come'on guys! At this price range - that was seriously discouraging. There are a few minor dislikes (i.e. no power liftgate, radio controls -multiple steps, run-flat tires - expensive ) but after assessing the pro and cons, I had to review the whole package. The 4 years/50,000 free maintenance, BMW assist, warranty and other perks made this a compelling purchase into a luxury brand. Transiting from a mid-size to a compact SAV was not a easy decision, but a long day -this commuter has a smile on this face when he hit the gas pedal.…